kSIST FprEN 50708-3-3:2026
(Main)Power transformers - Additional European requirements: Part 3-3 Large power transformer - Accessories
Power transformers - Additional European requirements: Part 3-3 Large power transformer - Accessories
This document describes the typical accessories used for Large Power Transformers.
Leistungstransformatoren – Zusätzliche europäische Anforderungen – Teil 3-3: Große Leistungstransformatoren
Transformateurs de puissance - Exigences européennes supplémentaires - Partie 3-3: Transformateurs de grande puissance - Accessoires
Le présent document décrit les accessoires types utilisés pour les transformateurs de grande puissance.
Močnostni transformatorji - Dodatne evropske zahteve - 3-3. del: Veliki močnostni transformator - Pribor
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 14-Sep-2023
- Technical Committee
- ETR - Power transformers
- Current Stage
- 5020 - Formal vote (FV) (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 08-Jan-2026
- Due Date
- 26-Feb-2026
- Completion Date
- 12-Jan-2026
Overview
kSIST FprEN 50708-3-3:2026 is a European standard published by CENELEC (CLC) as part of the EN 50708 series. This document specifies the additional European requirements for accessories used in large power transformers. Large power transformers, critical components in electrical transmission and distribution networks, often require a range of standardized accessories to ensure reliable operation, safety, and maintainability. The standard describes typical accessories, their categories, and provides specific requirements to ensure compatibility and performance across the EU market.
Key Topics
Scope and Purpose
- Defines typical and mandatory accessories for large power transformers
- Supplements and aligns with the general requirements of EN 50708-1-1:2020
- Applies to both new installations and replacement of transformer accessories
Main Transformer Accessories
The standard organizes accessories into two categories based on transformer rated power:
- Category II: above 3,150 kVA up to and including 31,500 kVA
- Category III: above 31,500 kVA
Common accessories covered include:
- Oil conservators
- Liquid level indicators (OLI)
- Oil and winding temperature indicators (OTI)
- Gas and liquid actuated relays (Buchholz relays)
- Protective relays for sealed transformers
- Liquid flow indicators for forced cooling
- Earthing terminals
- Pressure relief devices
- Wheels for transformer movement and installation
Specific Requirements
- Buchholz Relays: Required to have at least two independent switches for alarm and tripping, with clear switch functions and reset capabilities noted on the nameplate.
- Wheels: Must comply with recognized types (W2 or W3) as defined in EN IEC 60076-22-7:2020 and be compatible with major rail types (e.g., 50E4 or higher, per EN 13674-1).
- Accessories must comply with the EN IEC 60076-22 series for fittings and attachments.
Service and Terminology
- All service conditions follow those in EN 60076-1.
- Terminology is harmonized with the EN 50708 series for consistent communication and specification.
Applications
Large power transformer accessories defined in kSIST FprEN 50708-3-3:2026 are widely used in the following applications:
- Electrical substations: Ensure reliable operation and safe handling of high-voltage transformers.
- Power generation stations: Support transformer performance monitoring, cooling, and protection.
- Industrial power networks: Facilitate routine maintenance, asset tracking, and incident prevention.
- Smart grid and renewable energy integration: Enable modern monitoring and safety systems for advanced network management.
Specifying compliant accessories according to this standard ensures:
- Increased system safety through reliable relays, alarms, and protection devices
- Simplified logistics and interoperability across European countries
- Enhanced asset management by standardizing information such as rating and hydraulic plates
Related Standards
For comprehensive implementation and harmonization, kSIST FprEN 50708-3-3:2026 refers to several other key standards:
- EN 50708 series: Power transformers - Additional European requirements
- EN 60076-1: Power transformers - Part 1: General (IEC 60076-1)
- EN IEC 60076-22 (series): Power transformer and reactor fittings
- EN 13674-1: Railway applications - Track – Rail - Part 1: Vignole railway rails 46 kg/m and above
Summary
kSIST FprEN 50708-3-3:2026 provides a harmonized approach to specifying and implementing accessories for large power transformers across Europe. By defining accessory categories, compliance requirements, and compatibility specifications, the standard ensures electrical infrastructure can be safely and efficiently maintained, while facilitating cross-border cooperation and equipment interoperability throughout the European market.
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Frequently Asked Questions
kSIST FprEN 50708-3-3:2026 is a draft published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Power transformers - Additional European requirements: Part 3-3 Large power transformer - Accessories". This standard covers: This document describes the typical accessories used for Large Power Transformers.
This document describes the typical accessories used for Large Power Transformers.
kSIST FprEN 50708-3-3:2026 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 29.180 - Transformers. Reactors. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
kSIST FprEN 50708-3-3:2026 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
oSIST prEN 50708-3-3:2023
01-september-2023
Močnostni transformatorji - Dodatne evropske zahteve - 3-3. del: Veliki močnostni
transformator - Pribor
Power transformers - Additional European requirements: Part 3-3 Large power
transformer - Accessories
Transformateurs de puissance - Exigences européennes supplémentaires - Partie 3-3:
Transformateurs de grande puissance - Accessoires
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN 50708-3-3:2023
ICS:
29.180 Transformatorji. Dušilke Transformers. Reactors
oSIST prEN 50708-3-3:2023 en
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
oSIST prEN 50708-3-3:2023
oSIST prEN 50708-3-3:2023
EUROPEAN STANDARD DRAFT
prEN 50708-3-3
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
June 2023
ICS -
English Version
Power transformers - Additional European requirements: Part 3-
3 Large power transformer - Accessories
To be completed To be completed
This draft European Standard is submitted to CENELEC members for enquiry.
Deadline for CENELEC: 2023-09-15.
It has been drawn up by CLC/TC 14.
If this draft becomes a European Standard, CENELEC members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which
stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration.
This draft European Standard was established by CENELEC in three official versions (English, French, German).
A version in any other language made by translation under the responsibility of a CENELEC member into its own language and notified to
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Türkiye and the United Kingdom.
Recipients of this draft are invited to submit, with their comments, notification of any relevant patent rights of which they are aware and to
provide supporting documentation.
Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without notice and
shall not be referred to as a European Standard.
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oSIST prEN 50708-3-3:2023
prEN 50708-3-3:2023 (E)
5 Contents
6 European foreword . 3
7 Introduction . 4
8 1 Scope . 5
9 2 Normative references . 5
10 3 Terms and definitions . 5
11 4 Service conditions . 5
12 5 Main accessories . 6
13 6 Specific requirements for certain accessories . 7
14 6.1 Gas and liquid actuated relay (Buchholz relays) . 7
15 6.2 Specific requirement for wheels . 7
oSIST prEN 50708-3-3:2023
prEN 50708-3-3:2023 (E)
17 European foreword
18 This document (prEN 50708-3-3:2023) has been prepared by CLC/TC 14 “Power transformers”.
19 This document is currently submitted to the Enquiry.
20 The following dates are proposed:
• latest date by which the existence of this (doa) dor + 6 months
document has to be announced at national
level
latest date by which this document has to be
• (dop) dor + 12 months
implemented at national level by publication of
an identical national standard or by
endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards (dow) dor + 36 months
conflicting with this document have to be (to be confirmed or
withdrawn modified when voting)
oSIST prEN 50708-3-3:2023
prEN 50708-3-3:2023 (E)
21 Introduction
22 This part is a part of EN 50708 series that deals with the accessories for large power transformers.
23 For the purpose of this document, the requirements of the general EN 50708-1-1:2020 apply.
24 This document contains particular requirements for specific transformers or transformer applications, which are
25 based on the requirements of the general EN 50708-1-1:2020.
26 This document should be considered in conjunction with the requirements of the general parts.
27 The particular requirements of the different sub parts of the EN 50708 series supplement, modify or replace
28 certain requirements of the general parts of EN 50708-1 and/or EN 50708-1-X being valid at the time of
29 publication of this document. The absence of references to the exclusion of a part or a clause of a general part
30 means that the corresponding clauses of the general part are applicable (undated reference).
31 Requirements of other -X parts with X greater than 1 being eventually relevant for cases covered by this
32 document also apply. This document could therefore also supplement, modify or replace certain of these
33 requirements valid at the time of publication of this document.
34 The main clause numbering of each part follows the pattern and corresponding references of
35 EN 50708-1-1:2020. The numbers following the particular number of this document are those of the
36 corresponding parts, or clauses of the other parts of the EN 50708 series, valid at the time of publication of this
37 document.
38 In the case where new or amended general parts with modified numbering were published after the sub part
39 was issued, the clause numbers referring to a general part in sub parts might no longer align with the latest
40 edition of the general part. Dated references should be observed.
oSIST prEN 50708-3-3:2023
prEN 50708-3-3:2023 (E)
41 1 Scope
42 This document describes the typical accesso
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